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February 2012

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Wednesday, 1 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Summerside Festival 

What better way to get out and enjoy the sunshine than at the inaugural Summerside Festival.
Celebrating everything good about summer in the Capital, this month-long festival will be full of alfresco dining events celebrating local and seasonal produce, opportunities to taste the best of the region's wines as well as innovative and exciting performances, events and exhibitions highlighting local talent.
So grab your sunscreen and hat and discover summer in the Capital with a lazy long lunch, twilight garden concert, master class, champagne and wine tasting or make a weekend of it at one of our B&Bs.
For more information visit www.thepoachersway.com.au

Wetland Care Australia National Art and Photography Competition Opening 6.00pm

In celebration of World Wetlands Day (Feb 2), WetlandCare Australia presents an exhibition of the finalists in its fifth annual national art and photography competition, the theme of which is Wetlands, Tourism and Recreation.

The Exhibition runs from 31 Jan - 19 Feb (M-F 9-5pm, W'ends 11-3pm)

Free entry and no registration is required.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

2012 Vinnies Doorknock Appeal Throughout February

The Vinnies Doorknock Appeal is held each February to raise much-needed funds for people in need in the Canberra region. During the 2012 Vinnies Doorknock Appeal, the Society is hoping to raise $300,000.

The appeal is a very important part of the Society’s fundraising efforts and enables volunteers and staff to assist the less fortunate of our community. Over the past few years, our members and volunteers have received an increase in demand for assistance in January and February after the festive season, and are expecting more calls for assistance this year.

The funds raised from Doorknock cover the provision of food, emergency accommodation, clothing, school fees, medical costs, and other financial assistance that helps lessen the burden from those we assist.

In 2010/2011, there was a strong demand for our members and volunteers to assist families and individuals in Canberra and Queanbeyan. The common theme reported was that the complexity of problems facing these people, and the value of assistance required to address these problems, has increased significantly. Once again, illustrating that more and more disadvantaged people are becoming trapped in the systemic poverty cycle; a condition that once entered is very hard to ever leave.

In Canberra and Queanbeyan alone:
• 24,992 families and individuals were assisted by our members and volunteers
• $526,377 was spent on providing food to these people in need
• $288,205 was spent on other costs to help alleviate their burden, including utility bills, mortgage/rent payments, and medical costs.

Doorknock is an important local annual appeal for the Society to raise funds for people in need, and has a 30 year history in Canberra and Queanbeyan.

Our biggest challenge each year is getting to the doors of thousands of people in Canberra who are willing to give generously, and this year we need more volunteers than ever before to get to these homes we need to call on in order to reach our $300,000 target.

Why you should support the 2012 Vinnies Doorknock Appeal:
• You’ll be raising money for families and people in the community who need it most
• Doorknocking is a great activity to do with family and friends
• You can collect money in your street or suburb on any day during February
• Doorknocking can be great exercise. You could even finish up with a BBQ in a local park after you’ve finished!
• In just one hour, you could collect hundreds of dollars for those in need.

To volunteer or donate, please visit http://www.vinniesdoorknock.org.au.

BNI ACT Big Breakfast 7.00am

You are invited to attend the BNI ACT Big Breakfast on 2nd February 2012 at Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort, Canberra.

To celebrate the past year and focus on how to grow business even more in 2012, Canberra’s biggest network group will be hosting a combined Big Breakfast for all members and guests in the ACT and NSW region. Over 100 people will be present!

2 very special guests speakers, Brendan Smyth MLA and Robyn Henderson, will be sharing their experience and tips on how to develop business and implement strategies.

$25 per person covers your brealfast and presence.

Please email us for more information on functions_eaglehawk@rydges.com – seats limited, RSVP essentials.
Contact: Alyssa Dominioni - Phone 6241 6033

Friday, 3 February 2012

Pinball and Arcade Game Madness  7pm-11pm

Calling all pinball wizards and arcade game gurus!

$30 for all the games you can play and light supper. Prizes and games throughout the night.

Location: Capital Pinball, 47 Vicars Street Mitchell

Proceeds from the night will go towards helping the Australian Icestock Squad get to Europe to compete in the 2012 World Championships in Germany. Five Stock Sport Canberra members are in the Australian team, including the first four women that make up the Australian Women's Icestock Team.

For more information and to reserve tickets email kim.pollock@spin.net.au by Wed 1 Feb.

Stocksport Canberra play on Thursday nights at the Austrian Club in Mawson from 6.30pm. New players are always welcome.

PM's XI v Sri Lanka 10am

Manuka Oval will be buzzing with excitement on Friday February 3, as the 2011 World Cup runners up, the Sri Lankan Cricket team, return to Canberra to chalk up another win after their victory over the Prime Minister’s XI side in 2008.
Tickets are available from Ticketek

synkronise dj's 9.00

Megabeetz entertainment group & pj oreillys bring you synkroniz3 dj's playing every friday bringing you the freshest sounds and thumping beats

TransACT Canberra Capitals - Home Game 7:00pm

It's the TransACT Canberra Capitals final home game for the normal season - so get on down to the AIS Arena this Friday night and get behind your Capitals as they take on Logan.

Go to Ticketek - www.ticketek.com.au or phone 13 28 49 to purchase your tickets!

All Membership inquiries to Basketball ACT on (02) 6253 3066

Saturday, 4 February 2012

Roller Soccer 9am

Yes, soccer on skates and yes, you kick the ball with your skates!

The game is played like regular soccer but on skates.

It's the most natural game invented for skates.
Sure it sounds crazy, it looks crazy and people think players must be crazy, but the degree of ball control you can develop is amazing.
It's actually easy to play, but difficult to master.

The RollerSocceroos play:

When : Every Saturday

Time : 9am onwards

Venue - Basketball Courts, Campbell High School, Treloar Crescent, Campbell ACT 2612

Requirements – skates (in-lines or old skool quads), pads, helmet & a gold coin donation (if you enjoy yourself!)

So come along, all ages, male and female welcome - it's unique, fun & addictive!!

Any questions, including complimentary skate or pad hire, please email RollerSocceroos@gmail.com and/or join our facebook group names Roller Soccer Australia http://www.facebook.com/groups/RollerSocceroos/

Bungendore Country Muster Saturday 2pm - 11pm Sunday 10am - 6pm

27th annual Bungendore Country Music Festival of Australian Country Music and also featuring the Australian Bush Balladeer Awards on Saturday night. To be held at the Bungendore Showground. Artists include Brian Letton, Reg Poole.Dean Perrett, Peter Coad, Graham Rodger, Tom Maxwell, Kalesti Butler and Dianne Lindsay.

MEASQ Car Sound Competition 1:00PM

MEASQ is a fair and unbiased judging format used to subjectively compare competitor's car audio systems. Criteria includes the system's ability to accurately reproduce audio as the original recording intended, plus provide valuable feedback to the competitor. The format is designed to ensure consistency and an objective approach while remaining easy to understand and accommodating of competitor's various skill and knowledge levels.

Above all else, MEASQ competition should be fun and rewarding for the competitor, and bring together enthusiasts in a friendly, yet competitive environment.

The MEASQ format and series, operates across many states of Australia and is currently the only national sound quality competition format.

http://www.mobileelectronics.com.au/competition-1/measq/

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What: Round 1 of the MEASQ ACT Series 2012

Where: Autotech Canberra - Unit 1, 15A Sheppard Street Hume
http://www.autotechcanberra.com.au/

When: 4th February 2012

Competitor Arrival & Registration: 1:00pm
Competition & Judging Commences: 2:00pm

MEASQ Classes (Entry Fee $35.00)
Novice ($20.00 Entry Fee)
Intermediate Class
Advanced Class
Expert Class
Show Class

Trophies Awarded in Each Class
Winner | Runner Up

Additional Awards:
Judges Choice Award
Encouragement Award

Autotech Dyno Shootout
Limited places
Contact Warren 0418 865 504

Judging Material will be from the following tracks in no particular order:
Technical
0-Bit track (for testing system noise/s)
Left/Right channel identification
In phase/Out of phase track (not specifically used for any judging criteria)
Correlated Pink Noise (not specifically used for any judging criteria)

Musical
Alan Taylor & Chris Jones - EASCA 2009 or Stockfisch Masterpieces Vol.5 - Tennessee Waltz
Chris Jones - Moonstruck & No Looking Back - Long After You're Gone
Christy Baron - I Thought About You or Retrospective - Ain't No Sunshine
Dave Matthews Band - Crash - Say Goodbye (likely cut down to just the first ~1:20 minutes)
Dire Straits - The Best of Dire Straits & Mark Knopfler:Private Investigations - Private Investigations (likely cut to just the last ~2:30 minutes)
Jen Chapin - ReVisions - You Haven't Done Nothin'
Jennifer Warnes - The Well - The Panther
Livingston Taylor - Ink - Isn't She Lovely
The Persuasions - Chesky Records 10 Best or The Persuasions Sing U2 - Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Rebecca Pidgeon - Chesky Ultimate Demonstration Disc, Vol. 1 or The Raven - Spanish Harlem

Rules
http://www.mobileelectronics.com.au/competition-1/measq/measq_2010_rules_guidelines/

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The dates and locations for the rest of the season are as follows:

Sunday 19th February.
Round 2 SQ and SPL
Battery World Phillip.
Starting at 10am. Rego from 9am.

Sunday 25th March
Round 3 SQ only NO SPL
Cotter Public Area.
Starting at 10am Rego from 9am

Sunday 6th May
Round 4 SQ and SPL
Pats Installs at Mitchell (YES Pat has his new shop) His new shop is at Injected the wheel shop.

Sunday 3rd June
Round 5 SQ only NO SPL
Lake Ginnenderra
Starting at 10am Rego from 9am

Sunday 1st July
Round 6 SQ and SPL
BDL Car Stereo Fyshwick.
Starting at 10am Rego from 9am

Massive Baby Goods Clearance 7am - 12pm

Massive Baby Goods Clearance

**** SATURDAY 4 FEBRUARY – 7am till 12pm ****

5 O’Grady Place, Wanniassa

Baby/children’s clothes (hundreds of 00000 - 5 years and some 5-10 years)
Many brands including Pumpkin Patch, OshKosh, Carters, Peter Rabbit, Tiny Little Wonders, Lady bird, Dymples, Bonds, Baby baby, Target, Baby Club, NOW – many in near new condition.

Baby/children’s swimwear
Baby/children’s shoes, bootees and socks
Bibs, mittens, headbands
Hats and bonnets

Cot/bassinette sheets/blankets/quilts
Baby wraps including swaddlers

Cloth nappies, liners and nappy covers/pants/pilchers

Bottles & sipper cups including Tommee Tippee and AVENT
Dummies, food containers and spoons

Women's clothes including maternity, bras and belly bands

Children’s toys, books, games, puzzles, DVD’s, including Fisher Price
Baby toys, rattles, teethers including pram & cot toys
Hundreds of soft toys

Cots, bassinettes, rockers/bouncers, baby baths
Prams and strollers including double pram
Baby carriers - backpack and baby pouch types

Plus much, much more

Most items are under $2 (clothes are mostly 50c each)


***** ALL PROCEEDS TO MOTHERS & BABIES CHARITIES *****

Imagine raize the roof's 3rd Gala Ball 6:30PM

We'd love for you to contribute to our exciting adventure and join us at our biggest fundraiser to date, 'Imagine' - raize the roof's 3rd Gala Ball on Saturday, 4 February 2012, at the Hyatt Hotel, Canberra.

We've just had confirmation that Emmanuel Kelly from X Factor will be our guest speaker on the night! Emmanuel and his brother Ahmed were adopted from Iraq, both suffering limb deficiencies as a result of chemical warfare. They were abandoned at an orphanage and rescued by Ms Kelly, who is also the guardian of the once-conjoined Bangladeshi twins, Krishna and Trishna.

We're so excited to have the opportunity to hear Emmanuel Kelly perform live and also share his inspiring story with us all!

We've also just found out that David (Wolfman) Williams from the Manly Sea Eagles will be attending on the night, as well as Terry Campeze and a table of Canberra Raiders Players! And that's just the half of it!

Tickets are $150 if you mention the Community Switch and can be purchased through Bonnie by emailing bonnie@raizetheroof.org.au or calling her on 0467 055 932.

Your ticket includes beverages, canapes on arrival and a two course meal - and wait till you see what is available for dessert: a feast for the taste-buds and the imagination!

For more information visit www.raizetheroof.org.au

Sunday, 5 February 2012

Tuggeranong Buffaloes Registration Day 10:00

The Buffaloes JRLFC Committee would like to invite you to play with the Buffaloes for the 2012 Rugby League season. Registration days will be held at our home ground, Kambah No 1 Oval Chirnside Cct Kambah on Sunday 5th, 12th and 19th February between 10.00am and 2.00pm.

There will also be committee members at the Tuggeranong Valley Leagues Club, Cowlishaw St, on Friday 17th February from 6.30pm to 9.00pm for registrations.

The cost will be:
1 child - $120 (minimum deposit $30)
2 children - $210 (minimum deposit $50)
3 or more children - $290 (minimum deposit $70)
Baby Buffs $40.00 (Minimum deposit $20)

Baby Buffs – We will continue with Baby Buffs program for 2012. If you have family or friends with children aged 3 – 5 who would like to start learning some Rugby League skills on a Sunday, please bring them along to the Registration Days in February. For further information please contact Jason Hall on 0412 685 674.

Jerrabomberra Wetlands Family Fun Day 11:00am to 2:00pm

Celebrate World Wetlands Day at the Jerrabomberra Wetlands, 2 Dairy Road, Fyshwick.
This free event will be a great way to spend time with the family in the beautiful setting of Jerrabomberra Wetlands.
Children's activities include parachute games, a jumping castle and the Patting Paddock.
See a corroboree frog, become a fire fighter for the day and bring your binoculars to spot a variety of native birds.
Pack a picnic or enjoy the sausage sizzle and ice cream stall.
For more information or in case of wet weather call 13 22 81.
The Family Fun Day is an initiative of the Jerrabomberra Wetlands Board of Management proudly supported by the ACT Government.

Try Icestocks BBQ Fundraiser 11am-2.30pm

If your new year's resolution is to try something you have never done before, here is your opportunity.

Come and try Icestock Sport, enjoy a BBQ Brunch and meet members of the Australian Icestock Squad.

Icestocks is a fun strategic game similar to lawn bowls and bocce. Anyone who can throw the 4 kg stock can play and we have players aged 16 to 80!

Everyone is welcome so come and join us at the Austrian-Australian Club stock bahns, for a fun game and some good food. You will need to wear enclosed shoes if you want to play and just so you know we play on concrete not ice.

Cost: $10 adults and $5.00 for children under 12.

Location: Austrian-Australian Club, Heard St Mawson. The Stock Bahns are at the back of the Club.

To help with catering please RSVP to: kim.pollock@spin.net.au by 1 Feb.

All proceeds go towards sending Canberra members of the Australian Icestock Sport Squad to the World Championships in Germany, 2012.

Work as a Camp Counselor at a Summer Camp in America. 2:00pm - 4:30pm

AMERICA WANTS AUSTRALIA’S BEST, BRIGHTEST, MOST TALENTED, & ENTHUSIATIC YOUTH

If you 18 – 29, have a thirst for adventure, passion for the outdoors, a great sense of humour and wanting to go and work overseas then here is one the coolest jobs you’ll ever do!

Work as a Camp Counselor at a Summer Camp in America.

In almost 2 weeks over 35 American Summer Camp Directors will arrive in Australia wanting to hire staff to go and work at their Summer Camps across the USA starting from this May. So if the start of 2012 got you thinking of a lifestyle change or just wanting to experience more – then here is your chance, America is waiting!!! PLUS CCUSA has arranged a FREE return bus transfer for all ACT and surrounding NSW applicants to get to Sydney to interview with the Camp Directors so they don’t miss this amazing opportunity.

Since 1986 over 25,000 Aussies have experienced one of the coolest jobs around, working at a Summer Camp in the USA though CCUSA’s Camp Counselors USA program. In is a fact that our own lifestyle as we grow up that makes us perfect as Camp Counselors and the most requested nation for staff from Summer Camps across the USA.

Every summer, 10 million American children pack their bags for summer camp. It is a century-old tradition that is as deep-rooted as baseball and apple pie. There are over 12,000 summer camps in America that cater to children from all walks of life. CCUSA is entrusted with the task of finding great Aussie staff that want to make a difference and help shape the lives of American Children at one of over a thousand summer camps in the USA.

So if you love doing sports and activities on land or in the water, performing, being creative or just getting out into the outdoors and you like working or leading children, then American Summer Camps want to talk to you. If you want to find out more and interview with over 35 American Camp Directors while they are in Australia in February then check out www.ccusa.com.au or call 1300 859 040 or attend one of these special events.
CCUSA Special Events:
• Interview and Meet the Camp Directors:
o SYDNEY, Hilton Hotel, George St Sun Feb 5th, 2 – 4:30pm
(note to interview with the Camp directors you must fully complete the Camp Counselors USA online application)
CCUSA has arranged a FREE return bus transfer for all ACT and surrounding NSW applicants to get to Sydney to interview with the Camp Directors so they don’t miss this amazing opportunity.
Similar events will be held in Brisbane and Melbourne as well as the opportunity for people not in these areas to still interview with Camp Directors Online, Phone and though Skype.

Additional Media Information:
If you wish to arrange a in studio or telephone interview with
• Alan Perry CCUSA’s International Vice President.
• An American Camp Director
• A past participant who landed a job a camp through the Camp Fair experience.

Please call Alan Perry on (02) 9223 3366.

Monday, 6 February 2012

New Members Night 7.30pm-9.00pm

The Andante Andante Choir (otherwise known as ABBA choir) sings many well known ABBA songs. Our choir is made up of Sopranos, Altos, Tenors and Basses and we'd like to take this opportunity to particularly encourage men to join. We have lots of fun each week at rehearsal and perform at local community events like Floriade. There are no auditions and previous singing experience is not required as singing training will be provided. However we do need an amount of dedication from members to learn their harmony line as this is important for the overall sound. There is no charge for the first thee rehearsals and everyone is welcome to our New Members Night. We look forward to seeing you on 6th February.

United Taekwondo classes - Hughes 6.15pm to 7.15pm

United Taekwondo will kick off 2012 with martial arts classes in Hughes. Training is undertaken in a fun and safe environment. You will increase your fitness, flexibility and confidence. All ages are welcome. Families and friends are encouraged to train together. Come along for an obligation free class!

SES info night 7:30

An information night which yi=ou can sit down and learn more about your local SES (State Emergency service) and how to join. Its In bungendore on the corner of King street and Ellendon Road

New Members Night 7.30pm

The ABBA choir sings mostly well known ABBA songs. Our choir has sopranos, altos, tenors and basses and we'd like to encourage men to join. We have lots of fun each week at rehearsal and perform at local community events such as Floriade. There are no auditions or previous experience required however we do need an amount of dedication from members to learn their harmony line as this is important for the overall sound. There is no charge for the first three rehearsals and everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you on 6 February.

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

Weston Creek VIEW Club monthly lunch meeting 11.30am to 2.30pm

Our first meeting of the year is the AGM. It will be held at Woden Southern Cross Club.We invite any interested ladies to join us, come along and make new friends. The cost is $20 for a 2 course lunch, please phone Audrey on 6299 5338 if you would like to attend. VIEW Clubs support, and fund raise for, the Smith Family.

Ainslie Toastmasters 5:30-7:00pm

Ainslie Toastmasters will be conducting a special public speaking and presentation skills workshop at its next meeting. Guests are welcome.
Ainslie Football Club, Wakefield Avenue, Dickson

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Taekwondo classes - Campbell 6pm to 7.15pm

United Taekwondo will kick off 2012 with martial arts classes in Campbell. Training is undertaken in a fun and safe environment. You will increase your fitness, flexibility and confidence. All ages are welcome. Families and friends are encouraged to train together. Come along for an obligation free class!

Friday, 10 February 2012

Urban Community NRM Grants 5pm

'Funding opportunities for Community
Groups to partake in exciting new
environmental projects’

Urban Community NRM Grants Round 2
is now OPEN!
Closing 5pm, 10th February 2012

Grants up to $10,000 will be considered for
Natural Resource Management projects for
individual community groups and grants up to
$20,000 will be considered for collaborative
projects involving two or more organisations.

Please contact Jessica at Southern Gulf
Freecall: 1800 676 242 for more information.

Saturday, 11 February 2012

Rythym and Vibes 9:00PM

Phat Track Entertainment presents Rythym and Vibes The Encore.
Due to popular demand, PTE is back with an encore performance at PJ's on the South Side.
An awesome night of live performances, bangin rhythms and good vibes.
Come out and support some of Canberra and Australia's finest talent!
A night not to be missed!!!

Fundrasier  10am to 1pm

Morning tea Eevet, there will be food coffee and drinks provided $10pp 20% of sales will go to starlight foundtion to help seriously ill children so please come along to the event Rb Smith Community Centre Queanbyan 253 Crawford St, Queanbeyan Nsw times 10am till 1pm

Booking required by emailing or phoning

Hornets Volleyball Open Day 1 - 5 pm

Volleyball is a great way to have fun and stay fit at the same time. The club offers many levels to play from beginner to advanced with many options in between. We also offer weekly training for those that have never played before or for those that have played that want to improve their skills. Come along to our open day to find out more information.

Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)
Leverrier Crescent, Bruce ACT 2617, ACT

Or if you cannot make it on the day and you are still interested in playing please pop us an email or find us on Facebook, we are always looking for new friends to play with. Hope to see you soon :o)

Young ACT stroke support group 10am

Are you young? or young at heart? Have you had a stroke ? If so then we would love to meet you.
We are a group of young stroke survivors. We meet socially at the belconnen labour club outside on the deck.

Come and Try Women's Rugby 7's 1pm

16 years and older welcome
Saturday 11th Feb 2012
1pm (free sausage sizzle)

Griffith Oval
Captain Cook Cres, Griffith ACT

Hockey come and try day 2:45pm - 5:00pm

United Hockey Club are holding a FREE development clinic with former Australian Players, for all minkey and junior players (up to 16 years of age). Players will be split up by gender into three age groups (under 11/ under 14/ under 16) with Minkey (under 9's) all together.

You must register by either calling Luke Austin on 0400 080 420 or emailing luke@emvy.com.au with your Name, Age, Gender.

There will also be a BBQ (with gold coin donation) and some give-a-ways from Hockey Australia.

This clinic is open to everyone, so come along or if you know someone who would like to give it a try.... bring them along too.

Coaches include:

Aaron Hopkins
World Cup
2006 Mochengladbach 2nd
2002 Kuala Lumpur 2nd
Champions Trophy
2007 Kuala Lumpur 2nd
2006 Terrassa 4th
2005 Chennai 1st
2003 Amstelveen 2nd
2001 Rotterdam 2nd
Commonwealth Games
2006 Melbourne 1st
2002 Manchester 1st

Peta MacKinnon (nee Gallagher)
Champions Trophy
2004 Rosario 4th
Olympic Games
2004 Athens 5th
World Cup
2002 Perth 4th
Champions Trophy
2007 Quilmes 4th
2003 Sydney 1st
2002 Macau 4th

Ben Taylor (ACT Sports Hall of Fame)
Champions Trophy
2002 Cologne 5th
2001 Rotterdam 2nd
1998 Lahore 3rd
Commonwealth Games
2002 Manchester 1st
Junior World Cup
1997 Milton Keynes 1st

Andrew Deane (ACT Sports Hall of Fame)
Australian Team
1985-92
Olympic Games
1988 Seoul

Luke MacKinnon
Australian Indoor 2001-2003
Indoor World Cup 2003



Craig 'Crash' Dent
Canberra Lakers
2007 - current
United Men's 1st Grade Captain



Equipment can be provided to those playing for the first time.

Murrumbateman Murra Markets 8.00 - 2.00

Murrumbateman Murra Markets

Saturday 11 February 2012

8.00am – 2.00pm
Where: Murrumbateman Recreation Grounds
on the Barton Hwy - 25 minutes from Canberra on the way to Yass
Parking available off Barton Hwy in the Murrumbateman Recreation Grounds
Entry by donation at the gates.

There will be:
Bric a Brac, collectables, furniture, car boots sale,
second hand goods,
Local produce from Wines to organic Vegetables, fresh juice
and Grass feed beef.
Locally grown trees and plants along with hand made crafts, jewellery, jams, greeting cards, gift wrap, goat soap,beeswax furniture polish, concrete garden ornaments.
Alpaca products, handbags, hats and original handmade quilts and fabrics along with environmental products and so much more.
and of course the scouts will have available a good old snag on bread, just the way you like it.
So if you like to "Scout out a bargain" then this is where you will find one.

Stall holder places still available :
If you have products, second hand goods, collectables, produce anything you would like to sell please contact Joey Lansdowne on 0433080645, emailing graeme.lansdowne@bigpond.com or go to the stall holder tab under the

Hook In 2 Hockey Program 3.00 pm

The HookIn2Hockey program is an introduction to hockey that teaches basic hockey skills through a series of game-like activities that promote fun and participation.

The program is designed for both girls and boys aged between 6 to 12 years (primary school) and 13 to 16 years (high school).

Every Saturday from 11th Feb. to 3rd Mar.
Between 3:00 pm to 5.30 pm
Blundell Park, Queanbeyan
$50.00 per participant includes a hockey stick, shin pads and a ball

Project: Journey Home - all rescues lead to home 10am- 2pm

Saturday 11 February 2012 10am – 2pm
RSPCA ACT 12 Kirkpatrick St Weston.

RSPCA ACT is uniting with other local animal rescue groups to bring to
you the biggest adoption drive Canberra has EVER seen!

• Meet the rescue groups
• Information on furry friends who need a new forever home
• Life Skills Pet Dog Training program information
• Sausage sizzle and cold drinks

Roller Soccer 9am

Yes, soccer on skates and yes, you kick the ball with your skates!

The game is played like regular soccer but on skates.

It's the most natural game invented for skates.
Sure it sounds crazy, it looks crazy and people think players must be crazy, but the degree of ball control you can develop is amazing.
It's actually easy to play, but difficult to master.

The RollerSocceroos play:

When : Every Saturday

Time : 9am onwards

Venue - Basketball Courts, Campbell High School, Treloar Crescent, Campbell ACT 2612

Requirements – skates (in-lines or old skool quads), pads, helmet & a gold coin donation (if you enjoy yourself!)

So come along, all ages, male and female welcome - it's unique, fun & addictive!!

Any questions, including complimentary skate or pad hire, please email RollerSocceroos@gmail.com and/or join our facebook group names Roller Soccer Australia http://www.facebook.com/groups/RollerSocceroos/

Music of Joy  7.30pm

Performance at Majura Community Centre - mix of lively and infectious songs and instrumental music sourced from traditional cultures around the world. Free of charge presented by Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Includes a guided meditation during the performance.

Sunday, 12 February 2012

Lions Tuggeranong Homestead Market 9 am to 2 pm

The Lions market is held on the second sunday of each month except January. Located in the historic Tuggeranong Homestead site it has something for everyone. Features include Variety Club 'bash' cars and Historic Engine Club display, jumping castle, face painting, BBQ and JP on site. Also stalls with plants, arts and crafts, food and drinks, jewellery, handmade gifts, 'preloved' goods, lollies, cakes and much more. Ample free parking is available (including disabled). New stallholders, including non-profit organisations (to which special conditions apply) are always wanted. Gold coin entry with profits used to fund Lions Community projects. For more details please contact the booking officer on 0435 175 401 or email homesteadmarkets@gmail.com or visit canberralaketuggeranong.act.lions.org.au/

Music of Joy at National Multicultural Festival 12.40pm

Music of Joy formed some 20 years ago will be performing at Platform 1 in Petrie Plaza on Sunday afternoon at the National Multicultural Festival - if you missed them the night before come and listen to their joyful music sourced from around the world in the heart of Canberra.

Dawn to Dusk Relay for East African Famine Appeal 6am - 6pm

Dawn to Dusk Relay for East African Famine Appeal

Sunday 12 February 2012
6.00am to 6.00pm

Dairy Farmers Park, Queenbar Road, Queanbeyan

The Queanbeyan Tigers AFL Club are hosting a community event to raise much needed funds for the East African Famine Appeal.

East Africa is experiencing its worst drought in 60 years. Tens of thousands of people have already died from starvation and illness, and another 13 million people are in URGENT need of food and medical supplies – many of these are children.

The event will include a 12 hour relay and a range of fun activities throughout the day. All proceeds will be donated to the World Vision East African Famine Emergency Appeal. More information on the event can also be found on the Queanbeyan Tigers website at www.tigersclub.com.au.

We invite all members of the Canberra/Queanbeyan Community to join us and to help some of the most vulnerable people in the world

Participate

Individuals and Groups/Teams (friends, work colleagues etc) are invited to walk / run / jog / hop around Dairy Farmers Park for “a period of time” and in doing so raise money through personal contributions or those of sponsors. If you would like to participate you will need to:
1. Email gmm@webzone.net.au to register your team and nominate your desired time(i.e. 8am-9am or 1pm–3pm etc)
2. Send an email to all your friends and family telling them about the relay and asking them to sponsor you (sample email available on request). Donations can be made through the fundraising page at http://www.everydayhero.com.au/queanbeyan_tigers_2011 (click on the “Donate Now” button) or on the day (donations over $2 are tax deductible).
3. Encourage others to also participant or attend to cheer you on.

Everyone is welcome to participate - the more who participate, the more money that will be raised.

Attend

The event itself is also open to everyone to attend. Come along to cheer on the participants and enjoy the range of activities that are planned for throughout the day. There will be a BBQ from 8am serving egg and bacon rolls for the early risers and then a sausage sizzle from 11am.

While participants are doing their laps around Dairy Farmers Park, other activities will also be available for all age groups including raffles, goal kicking / footy boot throwing / human horse racing competitions and other fun events to keep people involved throughout the day.

Entry to the event is by gold coin donation.

If you would more information about the event or would like to participate please contact:
• Matt Napier - gmm@webzone.net.au
• Ron Fowlie - qtigers@tigersclub.com.au

Tuggeranong Buffaloes Registration Day 10am

The Buffaloes JRLFC Committee would like to invite you to play with the Buffaloes for the 2012 Rugby League season. Registration days will be held at our home ground, Kambah No 1 Oval Chirnside Cct Kambah on Sunday 5th, 12th and 19th February between 10.00am and 2.00pm.

There will also be committee members at the Tuggeranong Valley Leagues Club, Cowlishaw St, on Friday 17th February from 6.30pm to 9.00pm for registrations.

The cost will be:
1 child - $120 (minimum deposit $30)
2 children - $210 (minimum deposit $50)
3 or more children - $290 (minimum deposit $70)
Baby Buffs $40.00 (Minimum deposit $20)

Baby Buffs – We will continue with Baby Buffs program for 2012. If you have family or friends with children aged 3 – 5 who would like to start learning some Rugby League skills on a Sunday, please bring them along to the Registration Days in February. For further information please contact Jason Hall on 0412 685 674.

Monday, 13 February 2012

Free movie screening - The Muppets 8pm

The ANU Film Group kicks off its 46th year of operation with a FREE screening of The Muppets. Everyone is welcome. Coombs Theatre, cnr of Fellows and Garran Roads, Acton. Venue holds 350 people and is set up with a full cinema sized screen, dolby surround sound and 35mm film projectors. Check out this hit film for free. For more info about the rest of the Film Group programme go to their website www.anufg.org.au. Membership is open to everyone so tell your friends and family!

Harold White Fellow Presentation: The Power of Hair in Chinese Society 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dr Chi Kong Lai
The dominant paradigm of modern Chinese history is concerned with state-society relations. Chi Kong Lai alternatively explores social change and everyday life in China through examining the historical import of hair in the development of modern China from the late imperial period to the present. His analysis treats hairstyle as part of the quest by individuals for identity and diversity and so reveals new insights into the relationship between individual and society. In assessing hairstyle in relation to social, cultural and economic change over five centuries, this presentation will also consider the impact of changing hairstyles on Chinese business practices, such as marketing strategies and consumption patterns in relation to change in fashions.
Dr. Chi Kong Lai is Reader in Modern Chinese History at the University of Queensland. He has also held visiting appointments at the National Library of Australia, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Academia Sinica, Centre for Chinese Studies, National University of Singapore, Harvard University, Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

Community Weight Loss challenge 2 sessions -lunch & pm

In this exciting community challenge you will lose weight and feel great. Firstly you will receive a full body analysis that shows you exactly where you start. At our weekly meetings you will learn all about nutrition and exercise in a group environment, so there is plenty of support. Our aim is for you to achieve your weight loss goals – whether is 5 kilos or 50 kilos – come and join us!
There are cash prizes for the Biggest Losers – Could that be you!!!
Bookings are essential as places are limited

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Tuesday, 14 February 2012

The Open Your Hearts Gala Dinner 6pm-11pm

The “Open Your Hearts” Gala Dinner is guaranteed to be an evening to remember - a wonderful way of celebrating Valentine’s Day, either as a couple, or by sharing the evening with a group of friends or work colleagues.

There will be great entertainment, a sumptuous meal enhanced by local wines, and opportunities to win or buy something truly special and unique to remember Valentine’s Day 2012. The night includes:

- Pre dinner drinks on arrival
- Fantastic 3 course meal
- Quality wines and beverages
- Opportunities to win diamonds and jewellery
- Live music and dancing
- Tables of 10, or tables of 2!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Time: Pre-dinner drinks from 6pm (for 7pm)
Venue: Federation Ballroom, Hyatt Hotel Canberra
Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla
Dress: Formal

Cost:

Single Ticket: $149.00
Table of Two: $298.00
Table of Ten: $1450.00
Corporate Table: $1900.00

This event is being organised by "The Open Your Hearts Committee" in conjunction with the Heart Foundation in response to the tragic passing of Corrina Medway, whip died in May this year, shortly after giving birth to twins. All funds raised on the night will go directly to supporting Corrina's "Angels".

For more information, please visit: www.openyourhearts.com.au

Private Movie Screening of 'The Vow' for charity 7:30pm

Private Movie Screening of 'The Vow'

featuring CHANNING TATUM & RACHEL McADAMS

To be held on Valentine’s Day to raise funds for kids with a disability
...
When & Where: 7:30pm on 14 February 2012 at Limelight Cinemas, Tuggeranong Hyperdome, Anketell Street, Greenway

Cost: $25 per person - this includes a movie ticket and a popcorn & drink combo.

To register just go to: www.technicalaidact.org.au

* * * (Please note registrations WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL Friday 9 December 2011 onwards) * * *

*A Raffle will be held on the night with all sorts of Valentine’s Day goodies up for grabs*

Inside Children's Homes forum 9.30 am - 12 noon

Join Dr Joanna Penglase, author of Orphans of the Living and co-founder of Care Leavers Australia Network (CLAN), as she discusses her research into the history of the Forgotten Australians and looks at where we are today. This will be followed by a panel discussion of life since the National Apology to the Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants.
Free entry. Bookings essential on (02) 6208 5021 or email bookings@nma.gov.au.
Visions Theatre

National Museum of Australia
http://www.nma.gov.au

Wednesday, 15 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Diagnosis by “Dr Google” 6.00-7.30pm

A Canberra Skeptics Lecture
Speaker: Dr. Rachael Dunlop
Date: Wednesday 15th February 2012
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Place: Optus Lecture Theatre, CSIRO Discovery Science Centre,
Clunies Ross Street Acton ACT 2601

Free Admission

With so much information proliferating on the internet and no mechanisms in place to check for accuracy, how can consumers distinguish what is right and what is not? This is particularly important when it comes to health information, since 1 in 2 of us now “self-diagnose” and 2 in 3 research our medications on the web. Using the example of vaccination information, Dr Rachael Dunlop sifts through the quagmire of Google and reveals conspiracies involving “Big Pharma”, a New World Order with Lizard People, chemtrails, and a plethora of misleading information. In a time when many parts of the world are experiencing as resurgence in communicable diseases, Rachael offers some tricks and tips for navigating the “bottomless pit of misinformation” that is health information on the internet.

Dr Rachael Dunlop PhD is a medical researcher at the Heart Research Institute Sydney, Vice President of Australian Skeptics, a reporter for the Skeptic Zone podcast, blogs at the Skeptics Book of Pooh Pooh and a member of Mystery Investigators science show for kids.

Dinner will follow the lecture (venue tbc). To RSVP for dinner please email: mail@canberraskeptics.org.au

For further information about Canberra Skeptics please visit our website:
http://www.canberraskeptics.org.au/

Thursday, 16 February 2012

CHC30708 Certificate III in Childrens Services 

SouthSide Community Services and Optimum Training and Development is offering training in the Certificate III in Childrens services for just $400.


The course will run from the 16th Feb 2012 until the 16th November 2012. Classes will be held two days per week, plus and additional two days per week of practical placement in an Early Learning Centre (Flexible depending on work situation and experience).

Requirements
This program is delivered through the Priority Support Program, an ACT government initiative, eligibility Applies

Applicants must be permanent residents of Australia or Australian citizens living or working in the Australian Capital Territory.

Applicants are sort in the following Priority Groups:-

Existing workers with Cert II on below
Casual worker with Cert II or below
Job seeker with Cert II or below
Volunteer with Cert II or below
Casual mature aged worker (Aged 40+)
Humanitarian refugee
Jobseeker humanitarian refugee
Volunteer work humanitarian refugee

Capital Punishment Comedy Showcase 7.30pm

After sell-out shows in the 2010 and 2011 Melbourne International Comedy Festivals the guys (and now girl, yeah, a real-life girl!) from Capital Punishment are heading back in 2012.

On their way to Melbourne, they'll be doing a Canberra comedy showcase at the Canberra Irish Club on Feb 16 as well as a host of NSW regional dates.

The line-up has a familiar flavour to last year with festival veteran Kale Bogdanovs, Rafe Morris and Greg Kimball returning; with gifted festival newcomers Jez Margosis and Marie Helou joining the ride in 2012. There will be a host of local special guest performers joining the Capital Punishment crew on the night as well, including Jay Sullivan, Emo Parsonson and more to be announced when we ask them. It's set to be a bumper night, don't miss it.

The self-funded group hopes to see a huge crowd at the Irish Club on February 16 in what will be a fundraiser to cover their costs in Melbourne, including travel, accommodation and masses of cheese and bacon balls.

Tickets are $15ea and can be booked through comedyact.com.au, the Irish Club or at the door.

Friday, 17 February 2012

Music at the Museum 1-2.30 pm

The National Museum of Australia is excited to offer music and art workshop programs for people with a disability.

Come and join in the fun, hear the stories and explore our exhibitions through music, movement and art. Throughout the year we present workshops for people with a disability including preschool children and their families and adults.

Bookings essential on (02) 6208 5021 or email bookings@nma.gov.au.
This session is for adults (16 years and up).
Free

National Museum of Australia
http://www.nma.gov.au

Cultural Care Au Pair Information Session 12:00pm

Ever thought about being an au pair in America.....
Cultural Care Au Pair Australia is holding an information session at the Gungahlin Library - Opposite the Raiders Club cnr Gozzard and Hibberson Street, Gungahlin.

http://aupair.culturalcare.com.au/default.aspx

Saturday, 18 February 2012

Alive! 24hr CrossFit Challenge at Relay for Life  10am

Relay For Life is an overnight, community event where teams of 10-15 participate in a relay-style walk or run to raise funds for Cancer Council. The event brings the whole community together for a night of fun, entertainment, celebration and remembrance. Each Relay For Life event is organised by a local volunteer organising committee on behalf of Cancer Council.

Annual Antiques & Collectables Charity Valuation Day 10am - 5pm

Each February Canberra Antiques Centre conducts a charity antiques and collectables valuation day. Our chosen charity, Organ Donation Australia, is the sole beneficiary of ALL monies raised. On Saturday February 18th 2012 we invite you to bring along to Canberra Antiques Centre as many items as you wish. On this day our dealers donate their time and expertise to discuss/research and evaluate the treasures (or otherwise!) brought along, with a $5 per item donation aiding Organ Donation Awareness. A representative of the Organ Donation Awareness Foundation is on hand to issue official tax deductible receipts to participants. Complimentary refreshments are provided and a festive time is had by all! For more details of our next valuation day/fund raiser, contact Canberra Antiques Centre. 37 Townsville Street, Fyshwick, Canberra, ACT 2609. Ph/Fax: (02) 61623737 email: ellavale@webone.com.au

Canberra Antiques Centre is proud of our continuing association with The Organ Donation Awareness Foundation. To learn how YOU COULD SAVE A LIFE please visit the following website:

http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/yourhealth/lodge_your_request/aodr_register.htm

STOP PRESS!!! 2012 Valuation Day will be held on Saturday February 18, 10am-2pm.

Roller Soccer 9am

Yes, soccer on skates and yes, you kick the ball with your skates!

The game is played like regular soccer but on skates.

It's the most natural game invented for skates.
Sure it sounds crazy, it looks crazy and people think players must be crazy, but the degree of ball control you can develop is amazing.
It's actually easy to play, but difficult to master.

The RollerSocceroos play:

When : Every Saturday

Time : 9am onwards

Venue - Basketball Courts, Campbell High School, Treloar Crescent, Campbell ACT 2612

Requirements – skates (in-lines or old skool quads), pads, helmet & a gold coin donation (if you enjoy yourself!)

So come along, all ages, male and female welcome - it's unique, fun & addictive!!

Any questions, including complimentary skate or pad hire, please email RollerSocceroos@gmail.com and/or join our facebook group names Roller Soccer Australia http://www.facebook.com/groups/RollerSocceroos/

Tuggeranong Panthers Volleyball Club Registration & Open Day 12-2pm

Tuggeranong Panthers Volleyball Club invites anyone interested in playing volleyball to our Registration and Open Day. Come and try some volleyball in the park while enjoying a free sausage and meeting new friends. If you're new to the sport, have been playing for ages or anything in in between - all are welcome.
Where: Tuggeranong Town Park (access off Anketell St)

Sunday, 19 February 2012

Professional Stampede Rodeo 1PM

Professional Stampede Rodeo with a truck show, ute show & massive Carnival rides
Discount Tickets from
Yass Newsagency
primary school kids $2

Tuggeranong Buffaloes Registration Day 10am

The Buffaloes JRLFC Committee would like to invite you to play with the Buffaloes for the 2012 Rugby League season. Registration days will be held at our home ground, Kambah No 1 Oval Chirnside Cct Kambah on Sunday 5th, 12th and 19th February between 10.00am and 2.00pm.

There will also be committee members at the Tuggeranong Valley Leagues Club, Cowlishaw St, on Friday 17th February from 6.30pm to 9.00pm for registrations.

The cost will be:
1 child - $120 (minimum deposit $30)
2 children - $210 (minimum deposit $50)
3 or more children - $290 (minimum deposit $70)
Baby Buffs $40.00 (Minimum deposit $20)

Baby Buffs – We will continue with Baby Buffs program for 2012. If you have family or friends with children aged 3 – 5 who would like to start learning some Rugby League skills on a Sunday, please bring them along to the Registration Days in February. For further information please contact Jason Hall on 0412 685 674.

Bungendore Markets 9.00am - 3.00pm

Visitors can expect to find an excellent variety of both local and regional stalls offering quality art, craft and home grown produce. Treat your taste buds to home style baking and fresh coffee. Located at the War Memorial Hall, the site is well sign posted as you enter the Bungendore township.

Monday, 20 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Tuesday, 21 February 2012

The Canberra and District Aquarium Society 8pm

Do you have pet fish? The Canberra District Aquarium Society is holding its monthly meeting at the Harmonie German club in Narrabundah, Come and learn the best way to care for your aquatic friends and or get some new ones from the mini fish auction.

Ainslie Toastmasters 5:30-7:00pm

Ainslie Toastmasters will be conducting a special public speaking and presentation skills workshop at its next meeting. Guests are welcome.
Ainslie Football Club, Wakefield Avenue, Dickson

Galilee Foster Care 12:30pm and 7pm

"Even Superman has Foster Parents"

Galilee Foster Care is in urgent need of foster carers. You can make a difference to the lives of young people in need.

Call 62902191 or visit www.galilee.org.au

Wednesday, 22 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Friday, 24 February 2012

ActewAGL Royal Canberra Show 8.30am - 10.00pm

Canberra's largest all ages event, featuring the popular celebrity Vet Dr Harry, Freestyle Motocross, Canberra V6 HiLux Heroes, Spectacular Canadian Lumberjacks, ActewAGL Farmyard Nursery, Pig Racing and Diving and introducing for the first time Team Yarding.

Pre-purchased entry tickets and Sideshow Alley Bonus Dollar Coupons are available from ActewAGL Stores from 23 January to 23 February 2012.

Saturday, 25 February 2012

ActewAGL Royal Canberra Show 8.30am - 10.00pm

Canberra's largest all ages event, featuring the popular celebrity Vet Dr Harry, Freestyle Motocross, Canberra V6 HiLux Heroes, Spectacular Canadian Lumberjacks, ActewAGL Farmyard Nursery, Pig Racing and Diving and introducing for the first time Team Yarding.

Pre-purchased entry tickets and Sideshow Alley Bonus Dollar Coupons are available from ActewAGL Stores from 23 January to 23 February 2012.

Roller Soccer 9am

Yes, soccer on skates and yes, you kick the ball with your skates!

The game is played like regular soccer but on skates.

It's the most natural game invented for skates.
Sure it sounds crazy, it looks crazy and people think players must be crazy, but the degree of ball control you can develop is amazing.
It's actually easy to play, but difficult to master.

The RollerSocceroos play:

When : Every Saturday

Time : 9am onwards

Venue - Basketball Courts, Campbell High School, Treloar Crescent, Campbell ACT 2612

Requirements – skates (in-lines or old skool quads), pads, helmet & a gold coin donation (if you enjoy yourself!)

So come along, all ages, male and female welcome - it's unique, fun & addictive!!

Any questions, including complimentary skate or pad hire, please email RollerSocceroos@gmail.com and/or join our facebook group names Roller Soccer Australia http://www.facebook.com/groups/RollerSocceroos/

registration day 10am till 4pm

registration day for tuggeranong junior vikings rugby union,Being held at Viking Park erindale.

Sunday, 26 February 2012

ActewAGL Royal Canberra Show 8.30am - 6.00pm

Canberra's largest all ages event, featuring the popular celebrity Vet Dr Harry, Freestyle Motocross, Canberra V6 HiLux Heroes, Spectacular Canadian Lumberjacks, ActewAGL Farmyard Nursery, Pig Racing and Diving and introducing for the first time Team Yarding.

Pre-purchased entry tickets and Sideshow Alley Bonus Dollar Coupons are available from ActewAGL Stores from 23 January to 23 February 2012.

Monday, 27 February 2012

Gungahlin Wildcats Gridiron Junior Training 630-830

The Junior Wildcats have training tonight from 630pm to 830pm. Ages 14-17. We train at Giralang Fields. New players welcome

Tuesday, 28 February 2012

Harold White Fellow Presentation: The Subversive Tourist: How Tourism Rewrote Australian History 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Richard White
Australian cultural historian Richard White reflects on the way popular tourism’s fascination for the lurid, the macabre and the sensational often undermined more respectable perspectives on Australia’s past. This presentation explores the beginnings of ‘historic’ tourism in Australia from the late nineteenth century, when a society that imagined itself as new began to discover it had a past worth visiting. While governments were prepared to celebrate explorers, pioneers and political figures, the past that tourists persisted in seeking out was a more disreputable one. They were less interested in being inspired than in being entertained. Convicts, bushrangers and rebellious diggers became standard tourist fare surprisingly early. By catering for more vulgar tastes, tourist operators and ordinary tourists themselves wrote their own versions of Australia’s past.
Richard White is a Senior Lecturer in Australian history at the University of Sydney, widely known for his seminal books Inventing Australia: Images and Identity 1688 to 1980 (1981) and On Holidays: a History of Getting Away in Australia (2005). His Fellowship research contributes to his larger current project Touring the past: tourism and history in Australia 1850-2010.